Question 1

The Deodhar Trophy is a prestigious domestic tournament in India played in which cricket format?

Accepted Answer

One Day Limited Overs. The Deodhar Trophy is a List A cricket competition involving various zonal teams. It was named after Professor D. B. Deodhar, who is often called the Grand Old Man of Indian Cricket. The tournament follows the 50-over format similar to international One Day matches.

Question 2

Which international cricket trophy is contested exclusively between the national teams of Australia and England?

Accepted Answer

The Ashes. The Ashes is one of the oldest and most celebrated Test cricket rivalries in the world. It originated in 1882 after an English newspaper published a satirical obituary of English cricket. The biennial series alternates between being hosted in England and Australia.

Question 3

The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is played between India and which other cricketing nation?

Accepted Answer

Australia. This trophy is named in honor of legendary cricketers Allan Border and Sunil Gavaskar. It is a Test series that has become one of the most competitive fixtures in modern cricket. India won the inaugural series held in 1996.

Question 4

The Vijay Hazare Trophy is also famously known as which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Ranji Trophy One Day. The Vijay Hazare Trophy is the premier limited-overs domestic competition in India. It is named after the famous Indian cricketer Vijay Hazare who led India to its first Test win. Tamil Nadu is one of the most successful teams in the history of this cup.

Question 5

Which trophy is awarded to the winner of the match between the Ranji Trophy champions and a Rest of India team?

Accepted Answer

Irani Cup. The Irani Cup was conceived to commemorate the 25th year of the Ranji Trophy in 1959-60. It is named after Z. R. Irani, who was a long-time treasurer of the BCCI. The match is played over five days following the Test match format.

Cricket Cups — Set 1